Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon

There are hundreds of commentaries about the book of mormon, ranging from critical to apologetic. It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or brigham young university, and. Other passages, however, offer unique and unparalleled insights about the nature and character of each member of the godhead. Book of mormon commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. The prophet joseph smith said, i told the brethren that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to god by abiding by its precepts, than by any other book joseph smith, history of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, 7 vols. An ideal companion to the authors teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon, latterday commentary on the old testament, and latterday commentary on the new testament, this volume will change the way you read and study the doctrine and covenants. These things sound quite fantastic in the book of mormon. These plates also contained a continuation of the history by mormon and additions by his son moroni. Aug 22, 2008 the book of mormon talks about the savior in nearly half its verses, which is more often than he is referred to in the bible.

Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon kindle. The book of mormon talks about the savior in nearly half its verses, which is more often than he is referred to in the bible. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon cardston. Teachings of the book of mormon, semester 2 neal a. The book of mormon commentary is a six book series that details every chapter and verse of the book of mormon teachings. Book of mormonplain and precious doctrines fairmormon. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon deseret book. Jan 18, 2018 about a year ago, byu published an article showing the joseph smith translation jst of the bible appears to rely on the adam clarke bible commentary i first was made aware of this in a good podcast interview by laura hales at lds perspectives. I first was made aware of this in a good podcast interview by laura hales at lds perspectives.

In the front matter to the published book of mormon there is a onepage outline titled a brief explanation about the book of mormon. The book of mormon contains doctrinal and philosophical teachings on a wide. Jul 06, 2011 the contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible constitute a most serious obstacle to accepting the book of mormon as latterday scripture supplemental to the bible. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon. New book testifies that the teachings of the new testament. That outline identifies four sets of plates referred to in the narrative, not all of which are referred to in the text of the book of mormon by the titles given in that outline. Covenant teachings of the book of mormon book of mormon. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon kindle edition by pinegar, ed j. The book of mormon teaches that little children are not capable of sin because they do not have a. Mormon 16 the church of jesus christ of latterday saints.

The vast majority of book of mormon commentaries just regurgitate current mormon doctrinal understandings back at you instead of reading the. Transcripts of lectures present to an honors book o. The former were more particularly devoted to spiritual matters and the ministry and teachings of the prophets. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon pinegar, ed j. But, when people point out the contradictions between mormon scriptures and the bible, then mormons began to claim there are errors in the bible. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon ed j. What are some great commentary books on the book of mormon. Book of mormon study guide seminary book of mormon student manual institute chapter 1. The book of mormon teaches that little children are not capable of sin because they do not have a sinful nature moroni 8. This record was abridged by moroni, who inserted comments of. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon. Some of these scriptures simply confirm what is taught in the bible and other modern revelations. Devoted to the spiritual matters and the ministry and teachings of the prophets. The old testament is the foundation of the holy scriptures.

Reynolds the bible describes a bifurcated world in which god bids, commands, and teaches the people he has created to follow him in the way of righteousness, and in which the devil leads people into wickedness. No matter your story, you are invited to come unto christ. The book of daniel in early mormon thought lds scripture. These chapters that follow have a number of unusual things happening in them. Here is a list of awesome book of mormon study guides broken down into kids. This article provides commentary on jesuss use of malachi and applies it to prophecies about christ and the restoration. In this digital ebook bundle, the two volumes of versebyverse commentary. Pattern and purpose of the isaiah commentaries in the book of. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to adherents, contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately 2200 bc to ad 421. The book of mormon the bible family is forever purpose of life coming closer to god jesus christs church forgiveness life after death baptism temples healthy living belong worship services people and programs missionaries. Teachings of the book of mormon semester 2, lecture 52 alma 1922 king lamoni were on alma 19. Looking for a great book of mormon commentary to use while you study the.

How are the book of mormons teachings about the godhead. Inspiring commentary and indepth insights on key scriptural passages. Teachings of the book of mormon flds are not mormons. The contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible constitute a most serious obstacle to accepting the book of mormon as latterday scripture supplemental to the bible. Mormons will often try to cite bible teachings to try to confirm the book of mormon and the mormon church. Best of book of mormon commentary list scripture notes. Some sources believe the hill cumorah is in new york, as taught by oliver cowdery and. Maxwell institute for religious scholarship and nibley llc. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. Thus the first stated purpose of the book of mormon is to teach the house of israel about covenants, and building on that foundation, the second major purpose is to testify about jesus christ. Pattern and purpose of the isaiah commentaries in the book. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon deseret. Adam clarke bible commentary in the book of mormon. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi.

In addition to the fact that this duplication of isaiah in the book of mormon corrects textual errors. The introduction to the book of mormonbook of mormon teacher resource. Teachings and commentaries on the old testament cardston. The ancient doctrine of the two ways and the book of. Book of mormon editions 18301981 book of mormon geography. Designed as a lifelong guidebook, it contains sidebyside comparisons and commentaries of all of the teachings and doctrines of the new testament and the book of mormon. About a year ago, byu published an article showing the joseph smith translation jst of the bible appears to rely on the adam clarke bible commentary. In the thirty years of lehis life covered in the book of mormon, we see him teaching his children first at his home in jerusalem see 1 nephi 1.

These include books, articles, videos, presentations, and web pages. Is the book of mormon simply a bad copy of the bible. Jun 17, 2019 by proclaiming the infinite principles, atonement, and resurrection of jesus christ, two testaments helps readers understand their own purpose and mission in life. It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon by robert millet and joseph fielding mcconkie this is a 4 volume set which doesnt go straight through the book of mormon as some other commentaries, but approaches it by topic and then studies the scriptures with prophetic statements about those verses. Rating system is not about how well the book is written, but on its contribution to the lds community 1 avoid, 2 if desperate, 3 good book for the topic, 4 best book for topic, 5 must read for your christian development. The uniqueness of these teachings to each author is what brings variety and enriches the book of mormon. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to. Teachings and commentaries on the new testament book. By submitting this form, i certify that i, or the person i am referring, give permission to provide contact information to the church of jesus christ of latterday saints and to receive emails, phone calls, and or text messages from the church using the information provided, including by using automated technology. For additional insights, see the commentary for the introduction to the book of. You dont have to be a member of any church or congregation to read and appreciate the book of mormon. These plates also contained a continuation of the history by.

Obviously, this was supposed to have occurred before christ came. Teaching and commentaries on the book of mormon ed j. May 11, 2008 in the front matter to the published book of mormon there is a onepage outline titled a brief explanation about the book of mormon. Written to jacob town in january 1796, it clearly reflects the revolutionary rhetoric which incorporated views taken from daniel chapter 2. Those who read the book of mormon and diligently apply its precepts into their own lives will. This article will highlight the covenant teachings of the book of mormon, especially those given by christ himself. Commentaries and teachings on the book of mormon includes. The book is for all of gods children, regardless of their religious beliefs and affiliations.

Then we see him in the wilderness as he begins his journey see 1 nephi 2, in a tent. With its approachable writing style and wealth of usable information, commentaries and teachings on the book of mormon is an invaluable resource for personal study, family instruction, speaking assignments, lesson preparation, missionary work, and more. The words of mormon contains editorial commentary by mormon. The doctrine of the godhead is developed in several book of mormon passages. These plates do not contain any commentaries by mormon. One of the things that i have most come to enjoy about the book of mormon are the various sermons throughout the book. Mike, perhaps you do not understand that the lds commentaries on the bible are the book of mormon, the doctrine and covenants, and the pearl of great price. Jan 25, 2017 the doctrine of the godhead is developed in several book of mormon passages. With its approachable writing style and wealth of usable information, teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon is an invaluable resource for personal study, family instruction, speaking assignments, lesson preparation, missionary work, and more. This volume will change the way you read and study the book of mormon. As a latterday saint, the most significant book you can understand is the book of mormon. The plates of ether, which present a history of the jaredites. Yet the book of mormon admits that it may contain errors. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon includes.

Nibleys commentary on the book of mormon is based on transcriptions from classes taught by hugh nibley, and is published with the permission of the neal a. The ancient doctrine of the two ways and the book of mormon author noel b. Those who read the book of mormon and diligently apply its precepts into their own lives. Covenant teachings of the book of mormon book of mormon central. Testimony of the prophet joseph smith a brief explanation about the book of mormon. I am particularly appreciative of those that are taught about the atonement, but i knew there were many cases of other sermons. The scope of this paper does not allow a detailed explication of the isaiah chapters in the book of mormon. That outline identifies four sets of plates referred to in the narrative, not all of which are referred to in the text of the book. We can all experience more joy in our individual lives when we turn to him who loves us most. Understanding isaiah in the book of mormon thus presumes an understanding of the terms house of israel, covenant, and gentile, which predominate in the isaiah commentaries in the book of mormon and do not occur elsewhere in the book. The book of mormon is a sacred book of ancient scripture that is evidence of gods love for all people of the world. May 03, 2014 mcconkie and millets four volume doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon is good, although it is as conservative a series as you might guess a work by a man sporting the names of both joseph fielding smith and bruce r.

One of the few smith family documents that has been preserved from the eighteenth century was a letter of asael smith, joseph smiths grandfather. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon by ed j. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon book. Mcconkie and millets four volume doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon is good, although it is as conservative a series as you might guess a work by a man sporting the names of both joseph fielding smith and bruce r. What plain and precious teachings does the book of mormon provide regarding satan. By submitting this form, i certify that i, or the person i am referring, give permission to provide contact information to the church of jesus christ of latterday saints and to receive emails, phone calls, andor text messages from the church using the information provided, including by using automated technology. With a new year, many of us are beginning to read the book of mormon from the beginning once more. There are many other commentaries that are more or less accurate and helpful. The people had come from jerusalem and brought with them the scriptures that existed in 600 bc. The compete book of mormon is contained within the series, so it is not necessary to switch back and forth between the commentary and the book of mormon. By proclaiming the infinite principles, atonement, and resurrection of jesus christ, two testaments helps readers understand their own purpose and mission in life. What plain and precious teachings does the book of mormon provide regarding the savior and his mission. Though our personal scriptural study is incomplete without the knowledge provided by this canonized book, studying and understanding the old testament can often be difficult. The book of mormon is also the keystone of the doctrine of the resurrection.

The plates of mormon, which consist of an abridgment by mormon from the large plates of nephi, with many commentaries. Teachings and commentaries on the new testament by ed j. But in other ages these things were not so unusual. Commentaries and insights on the book of mormon, vol. Excellent supplemental study material for gospel doctrine lessons. The people of the book of mormon knew of the savior, even though they lived far from jerusalem. If youre starting over, or continuing through, these study guides will help answer your questions and help you get the most out of your reading. Click here for general teachings about the book of mormon.